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Using a 3G phone while in America on a J1

  • 10-05-2006 5:11pm
    #1
    GusherING
    Registered Users Posts: 341 ✭✭


    Hi there,

    I know there is a thread on USA Networks but I thought my question is a tad more specific.

    I have an 3/Hutchison 3G mobile on bills here in Ireland. I'm going to San Francisco for the summer and I was just wondering will a sim card I get over there (presumably for a 2G) phone work in my 3G phone? Also, would I have to get 3 Ireland to unlock my phone or do anything to it? And thirdly (sorry!), whats the best way to pay my Irish phone bill while I'm away? Its on a monthly direct debit at the moment but I'd kinda like to pay all 3 months in advance before I leave. Is this possible?

    Thanks in advance for any replies! ;)


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  • #2
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Virtually all 3G phones support 2G 1900MHz so that would be fine in San Francisco.

    You will need to get the phone unlocked, but unfortunately 3 are well known for refusing to give the codes (even though you're entitled to it).


  • #3
    Sam Vimes
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21,611 ✭✭✭✭Sam Vimes


    333 or 0833333333 tbh


  • #4
    Dellas
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 796 ✭✭✭Dellas


    Put three months line rental into your account then it will come out by direct debit and you will have enough to cover it !!!!

    You wont be able to get your phone unlocked that easily!!! Ive tried!!!

    USA dont have 3G as widely available as in Europe . When it comes to mobiles they are way behind us!!!

    Get a cheap tri band mobile here on Vodafone or O2 and get it unlocked or contact Verizon or Sprint when your in San Fran and buy a cheap one there!!

    go to Sprint.com or verizon.com to see what services they offer


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